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The thought of bathing your newborn can be panic-inducing. What if they get too slippery? What if you get soap in their eyes or water up their nose? What if they lose that precious new baby scent?

Bathtime is a great opportunity to bond with your baby. However, a newborn’s first few baths can be nerve-racking (for both of you) until you get the hang of it. Handling a slippery little one who’s ...

A baby’s bath temperature should be 98.6–100.4°F (37–38°C). Babies have thinner skin, so they need cooler bathwater than adults. A caregiver can check the temperature with their elbow or a water ...